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Sunday, 18 October 2026

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Mightier New MU-X

Only a few years ago, venturing off-road was only possible by roughing it in a 4WD with little to no comfort and half the amenities of a typical road car. 4WDs have since evolved and now pack comfort with the clever technology to make light work of any terrain.

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Flashback: The Isuzu Vehicross

Before the MU-X, came the compact SUV highly-regarded for its truck-tough off-road prowess and edgy design. We present to you, the Isuzu VehiCROSS.

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Tiger Trails

I-Venture Club tackles the legendary west coast of Tasmania. Next time, why not join us?

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Best 4WD & 4x4 Tracks in Australia

Off-road legend Marcus Craft lists his 12 must-do Aussie 4WD tracks. How many have you done?

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

The Extra Mile

We have all come to know the Isuzu D-MAX as one of the most trusty, reliable and versatile companions an Australian driver could have, but few have taken their trusty steed to the same lengths as Brendan McAlister.

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Western Star

I-Venture’s Coral Coast trip finds true freedom where the remote Australian desert meets the Indian Ocean.

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Flashback: D-MAX DNA in the Isuzu Wasp

Based on the earlier released Bellett, the Wasp was Isuzu’s first one-tonne light commercial vehicle, built in Japan from 1963 to 1971.

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Simple Italian

A former high school science teacher, it was his students who nominated Ben Milbourne for the hit television series MasterChef. Now, of course, he brings that knowledge to the table in a different way.

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Flashback: Isuzu's First Passenger Car

The history of Isuzu Motors can be traced back to its earliest antecedent company: Tokyo Ishikawajima Shipbuilding & Engineering, established in 1889.

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Flashback: The Isuzu Trooper

1981-91: Built in Isuzu’s Fujisawa Plant in central Japan, the first-generation Isuzu Trooper made its way across the globe in a sort of international diaspora.

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Just Desserts

Got a sweet tooth? Don’t suffer sub-par pudding just because you’ve gone bush.

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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Winter Warmers

Dine like Outback royalty with simple ingredients you can take with you— or pick up anywhere.

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